Red Hook vs Upper West Side: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated March 25, 2026

	Red Hook Brooklyn	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	0	1
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 1 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Red Hook (B) vs Upper West Side (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Upper West Side safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 1 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 0 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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